Position Overview & Specifications
Research Assistant in Microbiology and Bioinformatics
This is a fixed to contract until 30/07/2023
Salary- £23,829 - £25,766
We are inviting applications for a research assistant position to support our ongoing research activity across the Department of Biosciences.
About the role
This position integrates into highly active research areas associated with exploration of microbiology, with particular focus the microbiome and bioinformatic analysis. A successful candidate would be expected to be experienced in organising research activity and laboratory environments. Expected research activity would include performing in vitro experimentation and using differing wet and dry lab methodological approaches. Candidates would be expected to have experience in biochemical and molecular assays in differing biological contexts that would support microbial research.
Interview Date: TBC
If you have any queries about this role, please contact lesley.hoyles@ntu.ac.uk.
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NTU prides itself on being an inclusive employer. We value and celebrate equality in opportunities, and we welcome applications from people who reflect the diversity of our communities.
This role does not meet the minimum requirements set by UK Visas & Immigration to enable sponsorship of migrant workers. Therefore, we cannot progress applications from candidates who require sponsorship to work in the UK. Please ensure that you have the appropriate right to work in the UK for this role and consult the Home Office website for further information.
Please note that this role is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974) and successful applicants will be asked to declare any unspent criminal convictions.